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BAT Preamps, why such polarized opposite opinions?
I would urge an audition with your amp before making a purchase if it is at all possible. I auditioned 2 BAT preamps inc a Vk-51 with a BAT VK-75Se. I had also heard the dealer's Hovland 100 on a previous occasion and was about ready to walk out o... 
Where to start with vinyl
While I am not familiar with the sound of the Resolution Audio player I have heard many players in that range. I think beginning with a Rega P5 ($1600 w cartridge) or something of that caliber or better is the sensible place to begin- these player... 
Recommend Speakers For Yamamoto
Rocky,I have a small listening room that measures 11 X 13.5ft. I listen in the nearfield, perhaps 6 feet from the speakers. The question of loudness is quite subjective but I am able to listen to a wide range of material at loud volumes. As my a-0... 
Recommend Speakers For Yamamoto
Borg and company,My Yamamoto a-08s came last week and I have got to say I agree with Borg that this thing is a tremendous piece. It is strkingly beautiful for such a product and sounds excellent. Frankly most American designers in a quest for same... 
Recommend Speakers For Yamamoto
Borg7x9,Any hum problems like Darkmoemius talks about? Any special setup or operational issues that you have encountered with the Yamamoto? Any advise for interested purchasers who do not have access to hearing it firsthand? Limitations? 
Recommend Speakers For Yamamoto
The comments here are very interesting. I read Darkmoebius comments and agree with their thrust and general guidlines- it seriously helps to know at the very least what similiar products sound like and how well your choices will help you achieve y... 
JM Lab Chorus Speakers?
I have owned the Chorus 705s for about a week now. These are terrific well-balanced speakers. Their midrange and treble response is class leading in my view and considerably better than $400/pr would indicate.Bass is very good for a small driver.M...